Penny Edwards was an American actress who is best known for her roles in My Wild Irish Rose, That Hagen Girl, and Bonanza.
Personal and Family Life
Penny Edwards was born on August 24, 1928, in Jackson Heights, Queens, New York City. She was nicknamed “Penny” as a child, due to the last syllable of her birth name, Millicent Maxine Edwards. She had a flourishing early career in music and dance, showcasing her talents on Broadway before moving on to Hollywood.
Career
Edwards began her film career in 1947 after being signed with Warner Brothers. She dazzled audiences with her performances in musicals and comedies, notably alongside stars like Dennis Morgan. Later, she transitioned to television, becoming a familiar face in popular series during the late 1950s.
Death and Legacy
Penny Edwards passed away on August 26, 1998, in Friendswood, Texas, after a battle with lung cancer, just two days after her 70th birthday. She is remembered not only for her contributions to early American cinema but also for her dedication to her religious beliefs and philanthropic efforts later in life.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Million Dollar Pursuit | 1951-05-30 | Ronnie LaVerne |
| Missing Women | 1951-02-23 | Claudia Rankin |
| Two Guys from Texas | 1948-08-27 | Maggie Reed |
| Woman in the Dark | 1952-11-15 | Anna Reichardt |
| Spoilers of the Plains | 1951-02-02 | Frankie Manning |
| The Wild Blue Yonder | 1951-12-05 | Connie Hudson |
| Trail of Robin Hood | 1950-12-15 | Toby Aldridge |
| Pony Soldier | 1952-04-01 | Emerald Neeley |
| Powder River | 1953-06-17 | Debbie Allen |
| The Dalton Girls | 1957-12-01 | Columbine Dalton |
| North of the Great Divide | 1950-11-15 | Ann Keith |
| That Hagen Girl | 1947-11-01 | Christine Delaney |
| Sunset in the West | 1950-09-25 | Dixie Osborne |
| Utah Wagon Train | 1951-10-14 | Nancy Bonner |
| In Old Amarillo | 1951-05-15 | Madge Adams |
| Captive of Billy the Kid | 1952-01-21 | Nancy McCreary |
| April Showers | 1948-03-27 | Chorine (uncredited) |
| Tucson | 1949-04-27 | Laurie Sherman |
| Feudin’, Fussin’ and A-Fightin’ | 1948-06-01 | Libby Mathews |
| Heart of the Rockies | 1951-03-29 | June Willard |
| Ride a Violent Mile | 1957-11-24 | Susan Crowley |
| Street Bandits | 1951-11-09 | Mildred Anderson |
| Alfred Hitchcock Presents | 1955-10-02 | Secretary |